Featherweight 2
Sewing machine, Featherweight model
Provenance and History
Information about this machine's history and provenance is being documented.
Condition and Evidence of Use
Information about this machine's condition and evidence of use is being documented.
Current Status
Status: In care
Location: The Sewing Machine Orphanage, Devon, Alberta
Resources and References
Singer Featherweight Manual
Singer 221 Featherweight Adjuster's Manual (PDF)
Technical adjuster's manual for the Singer 221 Featherweight, including service, adjustments, and troubleshooting. Provided by The Featherweight Shop.
Singer 221-1 Featherweight Instruction Manual (PDF)
Original instruction manual for the Singer portable electric Featherweight sewing machine, including instructions for using the machine and its attachments. Available through the International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society archive.
Singer 221K Manual (1951, PDF, ISMACS)
Official 1951 instruction manual for the Singer 221K Featherweight, covering operation, threading, and maintenance. Provided by ISMACS.
Singer 221K Manual (1954, PDF, Blue Cover)
1954 blue cover edition of the Singer 221K Featherweight manual, with updated diagrams and instructions. Provided by The Featherweight Shop.
Singer 221K White Featherweight Manual (PDF)
Manual for the white Singer 221K Featherweight, including unique features and care instructions. Provided by The Featherweight Shop.
Singer 222K Service Manual Addendum (PDF)
Addendum for the Singer 222K Featherweight service manual, covering additional service and adjustment procedures. Provided by The Featherweight Shop.
Singer 221 Featherweight Service Manual (PDF)
Comprehensive service manual for the Singer 221 Featherweight, including advanced maintenance and repair procedures. Provided by The Featherweight Shop.
Singer Zig-Zagger Attachment Manual (Archive.org)
Manual for the Singer Zig-Zagger attachment, compatible with Featherweight and other Singer models. Hosted by Archive.org.
International Sewing Machine Collectors' Society (ISMACS)
About ISMACS
ISMACS is the leading international authority on early sewing machine history, founded in 1985 by a small group of English collectors, and now with members across every continent. The organization maintains the world's finest archive of sewing machine manuals, advertisements, patents, and historical documents—all available to members. ISMACS is recognized and regularly consulted by media, museums, and institutions worldwide. The Society produces a professional magazine featuring research findings, restoration tips, auction details, and detailed histories of pioneering sewing machine companies. Members benefit from annual conventions, auctions, and a welcoming community of world-leading collectors dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of sewing machines.
Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service
Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service
Dedicated to preserving and restoring vintage sewing machines, Bob's Vintage Sewing Machine Service provides expert cleaning, adjustment, and repair to ensure classic machines perform like new. Their mission is to keep these beautiful, durable machines stitching for generations, with a focus on quality results and community support—including international donations and educational resources. Visit their website for manuals, instructional videos, and more information about their services.